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Community groups urge 15% UPK reimbursement increase, question district contracting
Summary
A public commenter asked the board for a 15% increase to UPK reimbursement rates for community‑based organizations and alleged the district funded two UPK classrooms ($1.2 million) while community partners received no increase; the commenter also questioned certification status of a contracted CBO and its slot allocation.
A community member used the public‑comment period to press the board on Universal Pre‑K (UPK) administration and funding. The speaker asked the district to increase UPK reimbursement rates for community‑based organizations by 15% so partner programs can meet district expectations and state mandates without compromising quality or financial stability.
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